2026 RAM 1500 Performance
When drivers are searching for their next powerful pickup, most turn to the RAM 1500. Boasting a lineup of high-performance engines designed for exceptional capability, the 2026 RAM 1500 provides enough power to take on even your most demanding El Dorado Hills drives. Learn more about the 2026 RAM 1500 towing capacity and engine specifications with Thompsons Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram before visiting our dealership to get behind the wheel of this unparalleled pickup.
2026 RAM 1500 Engine Options
Four RAM 1500 engine options are available for the 2026 lineup, including the exclusive HEMI® V8 engine. Brought back by popular demand, this RAM 1500 V8 provides impressive power for all your Cameron Park travels. Explore the 2026 RAM 1500 engine options and specifications below to discover what kind of horsepower and torque you can expect on your daily drives:
3.6L Pentastar® V6 Engine with eTorque
- Horsepower: 305 hp
- Torque: 269 lb-ft
5.7L HEMI® V8 Engine
- Horsepower: 395 hp
- Torque: 410 lb-ft
3.0L Hurricane Engine
- Horsepower: 420 hp
- Torque: 469 lb-ft
High-Output 3.0L Hurricane Engine
- Horsepower: 540 hp
- Torque: 521 lb-ft
2026 RAM 1500 Towing Capacity
Whether you prefer the RAM 1500 V8 or the Pentastar® V6, you’ll receive plenty of towing capability on every Folsom or Roseville trip. Depending on your configuration, you can expect a towing capacity of up to 11,610 pounds, allowing you to hitch up boats, trailers, and sporting gear easily. See the 2026 RAM 1500 towing capacity by engine below to discover how much you can tow with your favorite powertrain:
- 3.6L Pentastar® V6 Engine with eTorque: Capable of towing up to 8,130 pounds
- 5.7L HEMI V8 Engine: Capable of towing up to 11,320 pounds
- 3.0L Hurricane Engine: Capable of towing up to 11,610 pounds
- High-Output 3.0L Hurricane Engine: Capable of towing up to 10,000 pounds
Want to ditch the hitch and load the bed instead? With a maximum payload capacity of up to 2,360 pounds, the RAM 1500 is up to the task.
Feel the Power of the RAM 1500 V8 Engine at Thompsons Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
The best way to experience the power of the RAM 1500 is from the driver’s seat. Contact Thompsons Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram online or by phone at 530-317-3512 to schedule a test drive at our Placerville dealership, and our team will help you find a RAM 1500 with the performance, amenities, and accessories that suit your busy lifestyle. In the meantime, continue learning about everything the latest RAM 1500 has to offer with the in-depth guides at our research center.
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